Along the ancient valley of the River Gauja through Gauja National Park: Ramkalni – Valmiera

Breakfast.

Transfer Cēsis – “Caunītes”, if you stay overnight in Cēsis.

Hiking: “Caunītes” – Valmiera (6-8 h)

Practical information

• Road surface: Small forest or country roads, trails, gravel roads, paved roads and pavements in Valmiera and the surrounding area, paths and wooden staircases on the Sietiņiezis Nature Trail.
• Danger points: Be careful on the narrow and winding road around Jumara!
• Good to know! There are no shops on the two-day walk between Cēsis and Valmiera.
• Alternative route options: It might be a good idea to combine this section of the trail with visiting some of the tourist sites in Valmiera.
• Accommodation: in Valmiera or bus ride to Riga (~1 bus per hour, the latest at 19:55)